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Altitude or high altitude sickness occurs when someone climbs a mountain really quick into a different pressure. The drop in atmospheric pressure prevents you from taking in adequate oxygen and leads to difficult and hard breathing. Most instances of high altitude sickness are not serious and just cause a headache, dizziness and some nausea. In some cases there is a possibility of fluid build-up in the brain or the lungs which can be extremely dangerous.
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Whilst it’s highly effective, Amlodipine also has many side effects. These include dizziness, headaches, swelling and stomach pain. A rare side effect of Amlodipine is weight gain, therefore the risk is low. Many factors that may increase your risk of high blood pressure i.e. high-calorie diet, may contribute to increased weight gain when taking Amlodipine. If you feel Amlodipine is causing you to gain weight, you may want to look into alternative blood pressure medication.
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Grapefruit and grapefruit juice can interact with Amlodipine. Amlodipine is broken down by enzymes (CYP3A4) in the lower intestine. People have different levels of these enzymes in their body, so eating grapefruit can affect people differently, even when they both take Amlodipine. Eating grapefruit can block the action of these important enzymes. This causes the drug to stay around for longer, allowing too much Amlodipine to enter your bloodstream. These higher levels of Amlodipine mean stronger effects of the drug and stronger side effects.
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Fexofenadine - also known as Telfast and Allegra - is a potent antihistamine. This makes it very effective, but also means that the side effects can be severe for some people. In rare cases, it can cause full body aches, continuous coughing and severe allergic reactions or flu symptoms. While these side effects are not common, they are problematic enough that the drug is only available via prescription in the UK. If you are suffering from severe allergy symptoms or hay fever, you may wish to contact our GMC registered doctors through our online consultation service to discuss receiving a prescription for your problem.
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Fluconazole is used to treat thrush infections. This medication may produce some mild side effects, but any serious ones are quite uncommon, making it a relatively safe way to treat thrush. Therefore, Fluconazole is available over the counter in the UK. Fluconazole is available from our UK registered online pharmacy following a simple Q&A consultation.
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Atenolol is usually a drug that is prescribed for treating high blood pressure. It also works to improve heart functions and heart health. You’ll sometimes find doctors prescribing it for medical problems outside of these that don’t really have much to do with the heart or blood pressure. That’s because Atenolol is a beta blocker, which means that it slows down the heart and makes it work at a more relaxed pace. It gives the heart less work to do, and that can affect the entire body. There are all sorts of benefits to be gained from taking a drug like this, which is why it can be used to treat a variety of medical problems.In some cases, a doctor may prescribe Atenolol for migraines. Atenolol slows your heart, so it’s important to only take Atenolol following consultation with a doctor. You can’t simply take it whenever a migraine hits, because it is meant to be slowly ramped up and then ramped down. You should never take this drug for a while and then suddenly discontinue it. That can be dangerous for your heart and create further health problems.
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While Fybogel is generally used to treat constipation in Irritable Bowel Syndrome, it may also have some secondary benefits such as weight loss. A large number of people who take Fybogel notice that they lose weight. Additionally, some of those who exercise regularly and eat a healthy diet whilst taking Fybogel experience faster weight loss than would be expected. Sometimes, excess weight can be caused by a build-up of faecal matter inside the body. Fybogel is one of the safest ways to clear out the fecal matter from inside your colon. This can cause some weight loss and can also make the stomach appear less bloated. However, Fybogel will not cause you to lose any fat content, including cellulite, in the process. Therefore, Fybogel should not be used as a substitute for a healthy diet and exercise.
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Cerazette and other birth control pills can contribute to weight gain indirectly. They won’t make you gain weight on your own, but they can affect your appetite. These effects will vary from person to person. The majority of people who experience appetite changes will have an increased appetite, but for some people they may have a smaller appetite and therefore they may actually lose weight. Having an increased appetite does not have to result in weight gain. If you are aware of these changes, you can pay more attention to them and regain control over your eating habits.
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Prescription fees

Prescription fees enable our qualified doctors to issue you a prescription for your medication, just like if you visit your local pharmacy. Instead of a high flat rate like the NHS, we offer cheaper fees based on the total cost of your order.